Cog-Dog Radio

Explore the essentials of off-leash training with a focus on recalls, radius, and rebounds. Discover how these key behaviors enhance your dog's freedom and the vital bond between you and your pet. Learn why environmental stability plays a crucial role in successful training. Gain insights to ensure your dog's off-leash experience is safe and enjoyable!

The podcast dives into the complexities of managing dog behavior with a welfare-first approach. It debates whether traditional obedience training is sufficient for resolving behavior problems. Emphasis is placed on empowering dogs to make choices, rather than just focusing on commands. The discussion highlights creative strategies like avoidance and distraction, showcasing a more holistic view of behavior intervention.

Delve into the intriguing debate surrounding errorless learning in dog training. Discover how this approach can offer a more compassionate alternative to traditional trial-and-error methods. Explore common misconceptions and the importance of fostering a supportive learning environment for our furry friends. This conversation challenges listeners to reassess how they perceive failure in training, urging a more understanding perspective.

Explore the curious dynamics of dog training as the hosts tackle bizarre behavior seen in an agility class. Dive into the fears of a nervous pup on the trails and uncover strategies to help anxious dogs thrive. Gain insights on managing aggression in a feisty Jack Russell and supporting a mixed breed’s anxiety. Learn the importance of understanding canine needs and creating a calm, encouraging training atmosphere.

Discover how to differentiate between various triggers your dog may encounter, from social scenarios to inanimate objects. Learn why a kid on a bike isn’t the same as a chasing rabbit and how to respond appropriately to each. This insightful discussion categorizes triggers into four types, revealing effective strategies for managing your dog's reactions. Perfect for new puppy owners or anyone looking to better understand canine behavior!

Sit down this week with Sarah and Tara Stiwell, a licensed family dog mediator of the working division who co-owns Glimmer Dog where the innovative Forrest School operates. Forrest School integrates natural environments, stable social groups, and support and skill development to solve all manner of behavioral concerns in dogs. Join Tara June 16 for her webinar all about Forrest School, and use the link below or the discount code COGDOG20. https://glimmer.dog/forrest-school-webinar?promo=COGDOG20 Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.com Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

Discover the truth behind common misconceptions of dog reactivity, such as barking and lunging. The discussion emphasizes the need for skillful handling over simple confidence. It also advocates for a holistic approach to dog training, stressing the importance of training methods and environmental factors. Instead of relying on labels and tools, listeners are encouraged to seek comprehensive solutions for their furry friends' behaviors.

In the final installment of The False Dichotomy Sarah and Lisa wrap up their conversation about the “balanced vs force free” falsehood in dog training. Find Lisa Mullinax at www.serenitycanine.com

In the second (of three!) parts on The False Dichotomy in dog training, Sarah and Lisa get into the weeds regarding what effectiveness looks like, what it truly means to manipulate aversive or appetitive stimuli, and all the nuances involved. Stay tuned for the final installment in two weeks! Two podcasts on reinforcement: Sarah-stremming – Reinforcement-misunderstandings Sarah-stremming – Coercion-with-adam-skandarani A blog concerning the coercion of R+: thecognitivecanine.com/high-value-vs…einforcement/ Find Lisa at serenitycanine.com and shelterbehavior.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.com Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

In response to the “trainer wars” between the balanced and force-free communities Sarah and past podcast guest (and friend) Lisa Mullinax sit down to talk about the place where ethics meet efficacy. Lisa and Sarah do not claim a label as trainers (neither balanced nor force-free), and have both undergone an evolution in the behavior field that has helped them to arrive at a place free of dogma and full of compassion. Know the opinions expressed here are vulnerable and honest, and there can’t be enough time for all nuance to be present in all conversations. Neither Sarah nor Lisa represent anything other than themselves in their thoughts expressed herein. Two podcasts on reinforcement: Sarah-stremming – Reinforcement-misunderstandings Sarah-stremming – Coercion-with-adam-skandarani A blog concerning the coercion of R+: thecognitivecanine.com/high-value-vs…einforcement/ Find Lisa at serenitycanine.com and shelterbehavior.com https://sarahstremming.com/tennis-racquets-and-doubles-partners/ Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.com Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay